Your memorabilia, pictures in frames, pieces of interest, and the other things you keep near to you are some of the items we enjoy displaying on shelves. We all need extra storage in our homes but shelf designs that enhance our collections are so much more.

If you need a fresh perspective on shelf designs, continue reading for creative inspiration from the designs of our own Patricia Davis Brown.

3 Amazing Shelf Designs for Your Inspiration

Glowing Floating Shelves

Illuminated Floating Shelves
Design by Patricia Davis Brown Designs, LLC.
Photography by Stephanie Davis

Floating shelves are further enhanced with the right ambient lighting. In fact, these shelves absolutely glow with warmth. In addition, they are a perfect companion in this room with its balance of earthy textures warming up the sleek and shiny.

Clear Glass Shelves

Glass Shelves with Statues and Vases
Design by Patricia Davis Brown Designs, LLC.
Photography by Stephanie Davis

The artisanal hand blown glass vases and other art work displays as if suspended in air with the use of glass shelve designs. What better way to display than with this open air design of transparent glass. Doing so allows the display items to truly shine and softly stand out.

Custom Book Shelf Designs

Nothing is a warmer combination than wood and books. This small book shelf of custom design is perfect as a small library or reading nook. You can also re-imagine this in different styles and colors of wood. What’s really nice is a custom design shelf fits into almost any small or large space you might have.

We hope you find inspiration for your home in these shelf designs. Please leave your suggestions in the comments below. You will also find links below to other fantastic articles about all things design.

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About the Author: Patricia Davis Brown

Patricia, like her blog, is not a one-dimensional designer, which is evident in her accolades of 17 national design awards. Over a 38-year career in the industry, she has carved a niche in several areas of design. Licensed in interior design and certified in kitchen and bath design, she offers a full menu of design services ranging from whole house interior design, kitchen and bath design, lighting design, full remodels, commercial design and universal (ADA) design. Patricia is a sought-after speaker in the industry and has been published in many publications as seen on her interior design firm’s website, https://www.patriciadavisbrowndesigns.com/. She writes for such publications as QuinStreetinc, Relaxed Remodeler, and eHow.com talent offering design tips.